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PITIAH

Our Recommendation
7.5

Left Side of the Plane

The Left Side offers a superior view of the rolling Appalachian Mountains shortly after takeoff and the lush landscapes of the Mississippi Delta region as you head south.

Left Side Highlights
7.5
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Pittsburgh Skyline

A stunning view of the Point and the confluence of the three rivers shortly after departure.

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Appalachian Ridges

Aerial perspectives of the densely forested ridge-and-valley province of West Virginia.

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Mississippi River Delta

Observe the complex oxbow lakes and meandering paths of the lower Mississippi River system.

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East Texas Piney Woods

A transition into the deep green landscapes of the southern evergreen forest belt.

Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you for better photography. Watch for the dramatic mountain ridges roughly 20 minutes after takeoff. This side provides a better angle for viewing the river systems of the Southeast.

Right Side Highlights
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Ohio River Valley

Parallel views of the winding Ohio River as it carves through the industrial heartland.

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Mid-South Plains

Vast agricultural patterns and small-town grids across Kentucky and Tennessee.

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Arkansas River Valley

Broad views of the river valley as the flight crosses into the South-Central United States.

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Houston Skyline

Depending on the wind and approach, a wide-angle view of the downtown skyscrapers and energy corridor.

The right side is best for late afternoon or evening flights to minimize glare. During the descent into IAH, look for the massive suburban sprawl of the Woodlands and the intricate highway interchanges characteristic of Houston.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,797 km (1,117 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 24 min

Departure: PIT (40.49150085, -80.23290253)

Arrival: IAH (29.98439979553223, -95.34140014648438)

Route Type: Domestic

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